Case for Eifert to be TE2 + draft OJ Howard

[Essex Johnson]

(04-19-2017, 11:56 AM)ochocincos Wrote: You might not be reading enough then...
https://www.profootballfocus.com/draft-pff-scouting-report-o-j-howard-te-alabama/

• Graded positively as a run-blocker each season since 2014, had highest run-blocking grade among all tight ends in 2016.
• Looks to finish blocks, very tough for smaller defenders to shed once engaged. Makes sure play is past him before letting up.Very effective on frontside of outside zone runs.
• Quick enough out of the snap to execute reach blocks, works well off combos and is effective moving up into the second level. Earned 11 positive grades this season while blocking on outside zone versus zero negative grades.
• Doesn’t just blindly dive on cut blocks. Appears to consciously seek out the defenders legs, will take an extra step on his lunge if need be.
• Great downfield lead blocker. Takes good angles, athletic enough to stay in front of the run and bullies smaller defensive backs.
  

http://dawgpounddaily.com/2017/03/06/cleveland-browns-o-j-howard-impresses-at-combine/
Video in which the quote in the above article is referring - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8qmOAe_QK0

Also, why do you disagree about Barnett? Just because he produced in college doesn't mean he would produce in the NFL. A majority of analysts have expressed concern he doesn't have elite traits to be a top-notch DE. It's supported via a sub-par showing in both the Combine and Pro Day.
And you mention he's not good against the run, but he actually is, and that's why he's considered higher.
https://www.profootballfocus.com/draft-pff-scouting-report-derek-barnett-edge-tennessee/

• Plays with good pad level in the run game, allowing him to shoot gaps, disrupt runs and break free on twists and stunts
• Wins on first contact more often than not in the run game, jarring blockers backward
• Can overpower tight ends when lined up at head up (6-tech), can be dominant run defender in that role
  

The concern with Barnett is much more in the area to be a double-digit sack master. In fact, I think he'll end up being a 6-8 sacks-a-year guy and good run defender. But I think that same quality DE can be found in Round 2. A complete TE like Howard cannot.

So we have differing opinions on Howard,i could have added that there is a real concern on his dedication etc.... but you keep saying we can get a good DE in 2nd round. we can also get a good TE in 2nd round such as Njoku or Engram in 2nd round, again not like Howard is not the only quality TE out there either...... but this is spiraling a bit.. the point was need based and I think I made a strong argument that we are more need based at Defense End with #9 pick than TE